Wind Energy - Challenges for Materials, Mechanics and Surface Science

28 October 2010
Institute of Physics, London, UK

Organised by the IOP Applied Physics and Technology Division
Co-sponsored by the British Gear Association, British Society for Strain Measurement, Engineering Integrity Society, Institution of Mechanical Engineers and NAFEMS

Wind energy is now an established means of alternative energy generation. Wind energy farms are a regular feature of the landscape in many countries, and large off shore wind turbine farms are being raised in many places as well. However, the hunt for more efficient means of wind energy generation continues. The seminar focuses on the challenges for Physics and Engineering surrounding materials technology, tribology and mechanical sciences. A principal factor in increasing efficiency is blade length, blade design and appropriate material selection. In addition, the mechanics of the drive trains and energy conversion systems play a key role in the efficiency of the wind power plant. In the move to the offshore environment, maintenance becomes a driving factor along with corrosion and other features associated with surfaces. The seminar aims to identify the key challenges for future development and target areas for future research and development investment. Expert international speakers have been invited to reflect the diverse challenges associated with wind energy generation.

Call for Posters
Participants are invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations – title, authors, affiliation and a short summary of 100 words should be submitted online. The posters will be on display over lunch. Authors will have an opportunity to do a short presentation of their work in the poster presentation. The seminar is designed to be interactive with plenty of opportunity for discussion and debate.

Please note the poster dimensions are 56cm wide by 86cm high and in a portrait format. Please note if your poster is not kept to within these dimensions, we cannot guarantee it can be displayed

Organisers

  • Professor Janice Barton
    University of Southampton, UK
  • Professor Ole Thybo Thomsen
    Aalborg University, Denmark

Enquiries

Claire Garland
The Institute of Physics
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